WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO EARN YOUR CERTIFIED CODING SPECIALIST - PHYSICIAN-BASED (CCS-P) CERTIFICATION?
The CCS-P certification ensures that you are ready to excel as a Professional Medical Coder. It is recommended you have some experience in billing, coding, or the healthcare industry prior to taking this program.
Why Earn Your Certification
Earning your certification proves to employers that you are knowledgeable in all aspects of your field. Here are some key reasons why you should earn your certification:
- Competitive advantage – Show hiring managers that you have the knowledge and skills to succeed
- Skills confidence – Apply for jobs anywhere within the UPMC network with confidence that you are trained with industry-preferred skills that will ensure you are day-one ready
Certified Professional Coder OUTCOMES
This certification ensures individuals can:
- Specialize in a physician-based setting including physician offices, group practices, specialty centers or multi-specialty clinics
- Review patient records and understand the medical codes that need to be assigned for each diagnosis and procedure
- Possess knowledge of the CPT coding system and understand the ICD-10-CM and HCPCS Level II coding systems
- Be an expert in health information documentation, data integrity, and quality
Overview of the Issuing Authority
The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) has been the worldwide premier association of health information management professionals since its founding in 1928. It is widely respected for its credentials and is known as the leading authority for health information management knowledge.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
In order to sit for the CCS-P exam, you must complete coursework directly related to anatomy & physiology, medical terminology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD diagnostic coding, and procedural coding and medical services (CPT/HCPCS). You must also have at least 1 year of direct coding experience. View more about the requirements on the AHIMA website.
Select the right training program for your goals
Medical Coding and Billing Professional
Our comprehensive online Medical Coding and Billing Professional program will prepare you for a career in medical coding.
Meet Your Training Specialist!
Your Training Specialist is here to help you understand the program and payment options and succeed! Get in touch with us to learn more about the program, and how to achieve your career goals!
